We all have bad days. Life is tough darling, but so are you. If you’re looking for ways to boost your mood and take your mind off things, here’s our 6 pick-me-ups to help you get through a bad day.
Create an upbeat playlist.
While you’re in a down mood, you’re probably leaning towards listening to more depressing music that will fit with your emotions more. However, you should be doing the complete opposite; create a playlist that consists of more powerful and upbeat songs that will lift you up. Pro Tip: You can never go wrong with “God Is A Woman.”
Wear red lipstick.
Whenever I’m feeling down, I tend to put a little more makeup than I normally would, even if I’m lazy and not in the mood for it. Personally, I find that sometimes going for a bolder look makes you more confident and can lift your mood. As Audrey Hepburn once said, “On a bad day, there’s always lipstick.”
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Pamper yourself.
If you’re stressed and down, pamper yourself! Take a hot bath, put on a face mask, light up some candles, and make yourself a hot cup of chocolate for the evening. Take the time to relax, take a breather, and call it a day. You deserve it.
Aromatherapy
Essential oils are a great way to brighten your mood. When the right scent is used in conjunction with a diffuser, you can stimulate parts of your brain to enhance mood, create a calming feeling and subside feelings of restlessness. Lavender is a highly recommended scent, as it is known for its healing properties in treating anxiety, restlessness, depression, and so on. So unwind, read your favourite book and turn on your diffuser.
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Read some inspirational quotes.
If you need a motivational push, look up some quotes and sayings on Pinterest. There are many quotes that can inspire you to view things from a different perspective and change your outlook on life, which can put you in a better mental state when you’re not feeling your greatest.
**Cover photo sourced from Pinterest, taken by Helmut Newton